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labstep

Access and manage Labstep electronic lab notebook data via the Labstep API.

Updated May 10, 2026
Search Tags:#inventory#protocols#experiments#eln#lab notebook#labstep
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MubasherMohammed/opencode-BioInfo --skill labstep-mubashermohammed
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: labstep
Source: https://github.com/MubasherMohammed/opencode-BioInfo/tree/main/python/skills/labstep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MubasherMohammed/opencode-BioInfo --skill labstep-mubashermohammed

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires labstep, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides an interface to Labstep, enabling you to access and interact with your electronic lab notebook (ELN) data efficiently, thereby streamlining research workflows and enhancing data management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Experiment Data Access: Query experiments, view details, and retrieve data fields and files.
  • Protocol Management: Fetch and inspect protocols, including version history and steps.
  • Inventory and Resource Search: Look up reagents, resource items, locations, and metadata.
  • Use Case: Quickly retrieve the details of a specific experiment or protocol from Labstep, or search for available reagents and their locations in the lab inventory.

Quick Start

Query the labstep data for experiments named "CRISPR screen" with the command: labstep --experiments --search "CRISPR screen".

Frequently Asked Questions about labstep

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I retrieve electronic lab notebook experiment data using the Labstep API?▼

To retrieve electronic lab notebook experiment data, query the Labstep API to search experiments by name and view experimental details, data fields, and attached files. This streamlines accessing and managing your research workflows.

Can I fetch and inspect lab protocols and their version history from an ELN?▼

Yes, you can fetch and inspect lab protocols from an ELN. The interface retrieves protocol details, including step-by-step instructions and version history, enabling efficient protocol management for your research.

How do I search lab inventory for reagents and resource locations?▼

You search lab inventory by querying resource items and reagents through the Labstep API. This lookup retrieves specific reagent metadata and physical locations, streamlining your lab inventory management.

Do I need an API key to access Labstep electronic lab notebook data?▼

Yes, you need a Labstep API key to access electronic lab notebook data. You also need the Python package 'labstepPy' installed to facilitate the interaction and retrieve experiment, protocol, and inventory information.

What's the best way to manage research workflows when using a Python lab notebook integration?▼

The best way to manage research workflows with a Python lab notebook integration is to programmatically retrieve experiment data, inspect protocol versions, and search inventory, thereby centralizing your electronic lab notebook data access.

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